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    Tonic Lounge

    4.1 (86 reviews)
    InexpensiveLounges, Cocktail Bars
    Open 8:00 pm - 6:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    The demon
    Daniel M.

    (Marshall don't hate me for this) SO THERE I WAS RIGHT, being a good catholic boy, and this bartender, slender girl , believe her name was Krystal, FIRST OF ALL, did not give me a straw , then when I asked for one she said"why , you look like your good at swallowing " I was OFFENDED. So finally this she devil gives me a straw and then has the balls to take a sip!!! So I asked her is the drink free now and she says "only thing here is ass whoopins" SO I GOT IN MY CROUCHING TASTY TIGER STANCE and tried to hoof her in the front butt and this demon caught my kick and stabbed me with a straw!!!!! #1star Update, girl didn't work there, she just wanted a free sip and a fade. So I sssuuupppooossseeee this lovely best bar in reno deserves five stars

    a shot of alcohol in a shot glass
    Marcelina M.

    Christian is amazing came on a Sunday was a chill vibe drinks are a great price and taste good would come again

    After hours spot it's alright if you don't wanna go to your room
    Jonathan M.

    Nice after hours spot! It's alright if you wanna drink longer than usual . Uptempo music it's alright

    Tre S.

    "Tonic" is an after-hours joint, for those that feel like your regular 9pm - 2am joint isn't enough party for your hardy. I discovered "Tonic" on accident a few years ago and I honestly have no clue as to why I'm just now getting to a review. To be honest I know why, but I'm going to pretend like I don't. "Tonic" is different yet fresh for the Downtown Reno night life, as it feels like it should be in Seattle, San Francisco or even Los Angeles, but it's in Reno. With a nice rotation of DJ's and being an all "House Music" aka "EDM" for you younger folks. Let me tell you why I enjoy "Gin and Tonics" at....."Tonic" Saturday September 1, 2018 Location: Tonic Lounge Reno, NV People: 3 Adults Story: Sometimes you just want to party, and that was the name of the game this weekend. After club/bar hopping all through downtown "Reno" I still wanted a bit more. My homies and I got kinda bored fast with "Top 40's" and "Karaoke" so I suggested "Tonic", good drinks and house music. It was pretty much a no brainier, only being a block away from the club we we're leaving, we made our way to "Tonic" Service/Hospitality: I must admit, the service here is pretty darn good. From the bouncers to the bartenders I had no complaints. For it being a busy Saturday night during "Labor Day Weekend" everything moved smoothly. Getting in was a breeze, getting drinks was a breeze, heck even using the restroom wasn't an ordeal as it usually could be waiting for the men's restroom in most establishments. The staff of "Tonic" runs a well oiled operation, I was pretty happy. Atmosphere: The vibe here is different from your adverage nightclub/lounge as "House Music/EDM" seems to bring in a more....mature audience. The DJ that was here this night had the crowd rocking playing some of that SF/Chicago style house music, only true fans of the style will relate. The crowd this night wasn't rowdy, and everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves all the way down to the bartenders that started doing flair moves while pouring drinks and mesmerizing the crowd. "Tonic" has a specialty drink list or you could get something basic. I opted for a shot of "Fernet" $4 and a "Gin and Tonic" $6 or course. The pour was just right and the shot went down just as a shot should. It wasn't overly crowded and the overall vibe was just on point. I had a really good time here and so did my homies. Overall: "Tonic" is a fun little place and a better "IMO" option for house music and after-hours than "1Up" which is a similar type of establishment that charges cover and have not so friendly staff. This place is a great nightcap or start of the night kinda place. No cover, great service, and most of all good music. I would recommend "Tonic" most definitely, although it may be a bit of an acquired taste for some. A great addition to the "Reno" nightlife that can honestly be a bit repetitive. But this is my opinion, go and see for yourself what I'm talking about and formulate your own opinion.

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    Fireside Lounge

    4.1(182 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    Big fan. But I never go. However a couple work friends were available in NYE... and we last minute…read moresaid we'd meet here and so glad we did. It was low enough key for us yet still fun, it was packed and we first sat on a corner edge by the fire the only seats open and it was overwhelmingly HOT by the fire even though the ambiance is lovely. We got super lucky when a couple of ladies left before the countdown so we moved to a table. It was still decorated like Christmas inside and it was super cute. We all LOVED our drinks mine was like a boozy (honestly was there even booze in it lol) milkshake and I tried my friends, one was a special holiday drink "sugar plum fairy" which was sweeter and yummy and other friend got a baileys based martini also very yummy. I can't remember exact names but see pics haha. Really made me wanna come back for that milkshake drink sooner than the once a year or every two years I prob make it in here. For the Older crowd.

    I'm here inside the Peppermill Casino, somewhere I don't usually come when in Reno. But a local…read morefriend wanted to take me to dinner at that fancy Chinese place they have here called Chi. So, after dinner he wanted to take me to this fancy Fireside Lounge for drinks after dinner. It was hella hard to find, but we did finally. It's near the Italian place called Romanza. It's supposed to be like the old school fireplace lounges the Peppermill restaurants used to have. I don't think there's any Peppermill restaurants around anymore, just this casino. My friend told me all locals get 20% off at any of the restaurants, so that's kinds cool. Inside this lounge, it's really on the dark side and there's lots of soft puffy couches and love seats. If you wanted a dark booth to make out in, this is the place! There's nice seating around the gas fireplace if you want, but those seats go fast on busy nights. I thought the music was kinda loud, but that might just be me. I don't think there's much food served in here, just fancy drinks before the making out starts! They have there monster big bowl drinks to share like a Scorpion, I think full of rum and other stuff. That thing's gonna be a headache in the morning! It was fun staying for a round of drinks, we got one of the darker booths ... you know for making out! Check it out, if you can find the lounge!

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    4.6(280 reviews)
    0.5 mi
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    1864 Tavern is a great spot for delicious cocktails for intimate gatherings or larger groups. Most…read morerecently, I visited with a group of 10 for a birthday celebration. We arrived around 5:30 PM on a Saturday. The joint was nearly empty aside from a couple at the bar. Plenty of seating for our large group in the large, comfy couches. They also have cool built-in seating around the perimeter of the bar, though not nearly as comfortable as the vintage furniture. The menu is sorted by glass type. A fun and unique way to sort cocktails. They also have a selection of beer on draft and wine. The drinks can also be made into mocktails- a win for our group since we had a few non-drinkers. The 1859 mocktail was great. Perfectly sweet with a small hit of miso flavor from the miso honey. Probably even better and more balanced with the whiskey! Others in my group enjoyed working their way through the many light, dark, and sour beers on tap. 1864 offers a classic, relaxed atmosphere and a great place to get a cocktail. The prices are reasonable, too. Definitely worth the visit.

    When in Reno, I was really craving a top notch craft cocktail, and let me tell you this is the spot…read moreto go . You will get speakeasy vibes love all the vintage decor which transports you to the 1920s. Our mixologist was amazing and really knew what he was doing . Marcos was very nice and attentive he made us some fabulous drinks. Overall this place met all of our expectations. The drinks were fabulous. The service was amazing. I highly recommend this place if you're looking for a great cocktail. Can't wait to go back.

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    The EP Listening Lounge

    4.6(154 reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    What a major local gem in Reno. It only took one visit for…read moreme to become a fan of this coffee shop/bar in Midtown. You can tell that a lot of thought and heart went into the place. The decor, the entertainment, the products all struck a chord with me. On one side - a super cute pour over/loose leaf tea shop with some records for sale. On the other - a cute bar and lounge area equipped with a vinyl player (Bring one in on a Monday for them to play). You have some house pants, checkered floors, and cool vinyl covers all over the walls that make for some great & hip atmosphere and vibes. Their restrooms, though small, and clean and cool. Their pour overs are so flavorful, strong, and made with beans grounded on your visit. I love that they're flavored and sweetened in a way that allows the coffee to shine. If you're into sweeter drinks, ask for a bit more sweetner or add in a brown raw sugar packet yourself from the straw station. I hear their chocolate pour over is a hit. Matchas - prepared in a similar fashion. Slightly sweetned with subtle flavorings. I tried their carrot cake matcha today and really enjoyed the housemade syrup they used to flavor it with. I also love that they offer loose leaf teas. Their chai was nice, fragrant and great with a little sweetner and milk. Shelby over at the bar area was sooo patient with explaining their menu and suggested a isla bonita pineapple shrub drink for a non alcoholic option. Similar to their other drinks on the coffee side, it was tamed in sugar yet still fun and flavorful. I really enjoyed the tang from the apple cider and the spice from the tajin chili powder as a contrasting flavor. Double check their website for bar and coffee shop hours as they differ from one another. And follow them on Instagram for updates on seasonal specials & themed gatherings. A lot of cool local DJs spin here for special events and parties during the holidays. Tip: sit next to the pour over station next to the menu. It's so entertaining, especially with Sydney working the station (thanks so much for the chat and entertainment. Honestly one of the friendliest baristas I've ever met in Reno). Both bars are set up in a way that allows for meeting others and socializing. Check it out. It's a good time. Notes *Catch live jazz music on Wednesdays here for free. *free street & neighborhood parking *bagels & cream cheese available at the coffee shop *they have fun with their seasonal drink specials. I dig it.

    This time last year EP was on the Yelp Food Walk…read more So I was past due to circle back and rediscover it when it wasn't flooded with event goers. An interesting combination of coffee shop, bar, and vinyl lounge, EP is located on Wells Avenue. Took a break from checking out other neighborhood shops to sit and enjoy an afternoon cocktail with friends. Plenty of various comfy seating areas and about six spots at the bar. I tried the Float On, a boozy adult root beer float using local gelato from Bibo. It's a coffee shop, so my friend sipped the 9 to 5, their version of an espresso martini. The Soul Sipper, a beautiful orange colored cocktail was similar to an Aperol Spritzer. Located on the corner of Wells and Vassar, there's a little more street parking available.

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    4.4(590 reviews)
    0.8 miMidtown
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    My favorite place to get a cocktail in Reno…read more They have a unique "Old Fashioned" with buffalo trace bourbon, moroccan sugar, coconut, tobacco bitters, dehydrated pineapple. It really does not taste anything like an "old fashioned" but it's very good and my usual go-to. Ambiance is cool. Has a very Edgar Alan Poe vibe mixed with an alchemist/speakeasy. They have a small patio as well. Service: top-notch mixologists/alchemists.

    I'm battling this review. I battle rating it for the drinks/ambiance versus the service. The good:…read moreabsolutely the cutest vibe and decor. Love the quality of the drinks as they absolutely put effort and time making quality drinks with quality ingredients. It's relatively small inside so I can only imagine it could get packed in there. We had several drinks and every single one was perfection! The bathroom is the cutest and they have the coolest speakeasy door that the employees use to get to the back (not for the customers). My rant..I'm not from the area so I had NO idea what this place was when I walked by. It looked cute so my husband, myself and child walked up the steps and they sat outside while I went to check it out and see if this was a bar/club/ restaurant. I walked inside and instantly got the death glare from an employee. I instantly said omg I take it this place isn't kid friendly.. he rudely said no. I wanted to clarify and confirm even outside ? He said no. I apologized and they left but the vibe and way he said it was definitely off putting. My sister and I decided to stay for a drink while my husband/child went to walk around. Usually I don't give bad costumer service a chance.. but I realllllllly wanted a drink that one of those others customers were drinking. If this place had better costumer service. It would be a 5

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    4.3(136 reviews)
    0.1 miDowntown
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    We had such a great time last night celebrating my best friends birthday. He had never been to…read moreHookava before. He loved it and had a blast throughout the whole thing! The DJ was so awesome and was playing some very nostalgic mixes that brought back great memories. We've had so many amazing flavor combinations of Sheesha from Hookava, but we had to go with Gummy Worm this time. It has always been a favorite, and it's a good first introduction to Hookah for those who haven't tried it yet. Another favorite flavor is Blueberry Muffin, and also Spiced Chai by Fumari. Also I highly suggest getting an ice tip for a more smooth and cooling sensation while smoking. Every Tuesday is free ice tip day, otherwise $5 regularly which, is still very worth it. The incredibly fun and unique staff have always been phenomenal in so many ways. They are wicked fast in everything they do, and deeply knowledgeable in giving recommendations for flavor combos and drinks. Definitely my number one for Hookah in Reno. Go any time, It is both fun and relaxing

    This place was a chill Vibe. It was kind of difficult to get to with all the construction happening…read moreover that way. But once we got inside we greeted and the staff was really nice. We don't actually smoke hookah but we just were curious to see what's inside. They didn't mind at all. There was even a mocktail menu. I would recommend coming here again

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    4.7(79 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    I've always wanted to check the White Rabbit Theater inside GSR and was delighted there was an 18…read moreplus adult magic and illusion show complete with some cabaret and acrobatics! Magic can be corny sometimes, but Chase nails it with his adult themed jokes and playful, silly personality. His beautiful wife Kaileigh leads the cabaret with dancers and also has some tricks also! The audience participation is great. Because it makes the performer look very authentic. Chase had us laughing the whole time, and the magic was impressive. There's a short 15 minute intermission to grab more cocktails for the second half. The show could have been longer, and I'd still be entertained. "Nocturnal" is definitely a show worth seeing when in Reno! If you want something "kid-friendly" they have earlier shows called "That's Magic". I would watch "Nocturnal" again!

    Great Little Theatre and lounge, downstairs at the grand Sierra.. It's an intimate little lounge,…read morethey have great craft cocktails, and they have somebody at the bar continuously doing close-up magic. As for the theater . They have two magic shows. Every night, they host "that's magic", which is a family, friendly illusion, and variety show, and then also on Friday and Saturday, they host their late show "nocturnal", which also has amazing illusions, as well as more adult humor, and some very beautiful dancers. Both are hosted by the husband and wife, duo of Chase and. Kayleigh. I saw the "nocturnal" show, and I loved it. . Chase is the MC, and he also does illusions from slieight of hand, to illusions such as cutting a woman from the audience in half without a box, and a great straitjacket, escape, ala, Harry Houdini. The jokes are fast and furious, and definitely adult oriented, there is a lot of interaction with the audience, and bringing audience members on stage. There's never a dull moment. The dancers are beautiful, and yes, a little provocative, but definitely not dirty. The show never slows down. It's a 90 minute show with a 15 minute intermission, and it's entertaining from the beginning until the end. The price for the show is very reasonable, but they get you with both the cocktails, and the snack bar for the theater. I bought a small thing of popcorn, and a 20 ounce soda, and I was out 16 bucks. That's a bit ridiculous. Other than that, the show was amazing. Thank you for a fantastic evening....

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    2/9/26 FYI. My seat.

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